Hot foil coder for simple date and batch marking
Compact hot stamp coding for intermittent packing machines, sealing machines, labels and packaging films.
Low-cost coding using heated type and ribbon
Hot foil coding uses metal type characters to transfer wax or resin from an inked ribbon onto a label, packaging film or suitable pack surface. It is a simple option for legible date codes and batch numbers.
- Hot stamp process for clear characters.
- Type exchange structure for quicker character replacement.
- Can also emboss text onto selected packaging materials.
- Suitable for many materials including plastic, leather, cloth and paper.
Hot foil coding transfers inked ribbon using heated type characters.
Hot foil coder specifications
Typical details from the coding options data. Final specification should be checked against your material, machine cycle and code layout.
| Speed | Maximum 80-150 times/min |
|---|---|
| Printing area | Single line: 4mm × 35mm, about 15 characters. Double lines: 8mm × 35mm, about 30 characters. |
| Hot stamp width | Maximum 35mm |
| Electrical requirement | 220V, 50Hz, 200W |
| Applications | Intermittent vertical packing machines, sealing machines, filling/milk packing and food packing machines. |
When to choose hot foil
Choose hot foil when the print message is simple, the budget is tight, and the line needs a compact coder for clear dates or batch numbers rather than complex variable graphics.
When to step up
Move to thermal inkjet or thermal transfer overprinting when you need barcodes, QR codes, logos, large variable messages or higher-resolution print on flexible packaging films.
Hot foil coder FAQs
What can a hot foil coder print?
A hot foil coder can print short date codes, batch numbers and simple text using heated metal type and an inked ribbon.
Where is a hot foil coder normally used?
It is normally used on intermittent vertical packing machines, sealing machines, milk packing machines, food packing machines, labels and packaging film applications.
Is hot foil the cheapest coding option?
Within this range, hot foil is positioned as the lowest cost and oldest coding technology, suitable where simple legible codes are needed.